Cost Accountant

GSF; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden State Foods is seeking a cost/plant accountant to support day-to-day accounting at our Burleson, TX location. You will report to the Plant Accounting team and provide timely, GAAP-compliant financial information focused on costs, productivity and efficiency improvements for our operations.

The role emphasizes variance analysis, standard cost maintenance, and collaboration with operations to drive cost reductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.
• 1–2 years of cost or plant accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and managerial cost accounting principles.
• Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Cost accounting, budgeting concepts and techniques.
• Pricing concepts and techniques.
• Inventory control concepts and techniques.
• PC word-processing/spreadsheet software applications.
• Project/assignment management techniques.
• Ability to read and process information with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, prepare and evaluate detailed cost and variance analyses.
• Support operations with cost efficiencies and operating improvements.
• Perform journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare standard cost analyses and vendor price variances.
• Report on labor, manufacturing and purchasing variances.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing cost accounting

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Budget concepts

Pricing concepts

Inventory control

Department concepts

MS Office/Spreadsheet

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

JOB SUMMARY

Supports day to day plant accounting functions by providing timely and accurately reported financial information while ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.A successful individual will have a focus on costs and areas where operational and management accounting principles will generate efficiencies for the operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supports Operations by monitoring, preparing and evaluting detailed analytical reports regarding costs, productivity, efficiencies, spend and associates variances. Works with the operations team to provide actional operating improvements and process improvements for cost efficiencies. (45%)
• Performs various general accounting activities, including but not limited to journal entries and account reconciliations. (25%)
• Prepare and analyze standard cost and vendor price comparison of ingredient and packaging materials to monitor and to report purchase price variances, labor efficiency variances, manufacturing variances, etc. (20%)
• Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary (10%).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and experience equivalent to:

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university.

Experience

1 or 2 years of related work experience as a cost accountant or plant accountant in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

• Manufacturing and managerial cost accounting principles (J)
• Generally accepted accounting principles (J)
• Cost accounting (J)
• Budgetary concepts and techniques (B)
• Pricing concepts and techniques (B)
• Inventory control concepts and techniques (J)
• Relevant department concepts, procedures, and regulations (B)
• PC word-processing/spreadsheet software applications (J)
• Project/assignment management techniques and procedures (B)

Skill and ability to:

• Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy
• Interpret accounting problems and identify appropriate solutions
• Interpret systems problems and identify appropriate solutions
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
• Prepare a variety of administrative and technical documents and reports
• Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
• Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed

PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

• Productivity/quality standards:accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness
• Productivity/quality standards:responsiveness and reliability
• Systems knowledge
• Project/assignment management
• Organization and attention to detail
• Teamwork within the department and across departments
• Customer satisfaction

WHY JOIN US

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.

Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:

• People First: At Golden State Foods, we’re not just a company; we’re a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we’re not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We’re committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
• Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.